Senior Swimwear Designer (Freelance)

About the position

This position involves spearheading the design and development process for licensed women's swimwear collections and overseeing select private label accounts. The role requires ensuring that designs align with the brand's vision and target audience preferences, conducting trend research, and maintaining brand alignment across various collaborations. The designer will lead a small team, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and demonstrate technical expertise in swimwear construction. Responsibilities also include sample review, seasonal line planning, quality control, and managing licensing partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the design and development process for licensed women's swimwear collections and oversee select private label accounts.
• Conduct extensive research on emerging fashion trends, swimwear styles, colors, prints, and materials.
• Ensure that all swimwear designs maintain consistency with the brand's identity, values, and guidelines.
• Lead and inspire a small team, providing mentorship, guidance, and direction.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand development demands and business objectives.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of swimwear construction techniques, fabric properties, and fit requirements.
• Review and provide feedback on prototypes and samples, ensuring they meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Contribute to seasonal line planning by providing creative ideas and insights based on market research and sales analysis.
• Collaborate closely with the team to address any issues related to fit, construction, or design.
• Collaborate with licensing partners to maintain brand guidelines and explore co-branded collaboration opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Senior Designer or in a similar role, preferably within licensed swimwear and private label accounts.
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful swimwear designs, particularly in the contemporary space.
• Excellent knowledge of swimwear construction techniques, fabric properties, and fit requirements.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Proficiency in 3D software Browzwear is a plus.
• Ability to stay updated on industry trends, emerging fashion, and swimwear styles.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and inspire a team of designers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with co-branded collaborations.
• Familiarity with market research and sales analysis techniques.

Benefits

• The approximate annual base salary range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00 per hour.